PHNOM PENH – CAMBODIA

 Welcome our passengers over custom sundowners like the Salted Watermelon Crush with Thai basil. Together we celebrate the onward journey towards the heart of this mighty river with a Khmer Apsara performance, an indigenous tradition memorialized on the temple walls at Angkor Wat.

TONLE SAP RIVER – KOH CHEN – KAMPONG CHHNANG – CAMBODIA 

This morning, we visit Koh Chen, a silversmith village known for its fine craftsmanship. Keep an eye out for their famous silver bowls, regularly chosen by Cambodia’s king as gifts for visiting dignitaries. In the afternoon, we continue learning about Khmer riverside life in Kampong Chhnang, the ‘Port of Pottery’ so called because archaeological findings here date to the 6th century. Bike option is available.

MOUTH OF THE TONLE SAP LAKE – CHHNOK TRU – MOAT KHLA – CAMBODIA 

Continue exploring the remote communities around the Tonle Sap Lake, designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1997. In Chhnok Tru, we “slide” into an ice factory and learn from locals what it’s like to live in a town where schools, churches, pagodas, and even the karaoke bar and police station all float. After lunch, we visit the floating village of Moat Khla, accessible only by water, and attend a Buddhist blessing ceremony in this isolated community.

TONLE SAP LAKE – PREK TOAL – SIEM REAP – CAMBODIA

Set off by skiff into the 22,000-hectare Prek Toal Core Bird Reserve, one of the largest freshwater bodies in Asia and the last refuge in Southeast Asia for large waterbirds like the spot-billed pelicans, milky stork, black-headed ibis and the elusive masked finfoot. Disembarkation.

Note: All itineraries are subject to change, due to weather and other conditions. 

MEKONG RIVER – PHNOM PENH – CAMBODIA

Welcome our 3-night passengers over custom sundowners like the Salted Watermelon Crush with Thai basil. Together we celebrate the onward journey towards the heart of this mighty river with a Khmer Apsara performance, an indigenous tradition memorialized on the temple walls at Angkor Wat.

MEKONG RIVER – KA´OM SAMNOR-VINH XUONG BORDER CROSSING – CHAU DOC – MY AN HUNG – VIETNAM

Say ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’ while we cross the border and sail towards Tan Chau, a vibrant border town where we take the local rickshaw called xe loi for a trip around town or pedal 18 kilometers on the peaceful island of Long Khanh. In the afternoon, we visit a typical Mekong Delta village called My An Hung where we will walk through verdant plantations. We will be invited to a local’s home to taste local fruits while hearing traditional folk songs performed by villagers, followed by a unique Unicorn dance. Biking option is also available for those who wish to explore on wheels.

MEKONG RIVER – BINH THANH/SA DEC – CAI BE – VIETNAM

Begin the day at Binh Thanh mat weaving village or opt to visit Sa Dec where we will peruse the vibrant market and see the famous house of Marguerite Duras’ legendary lover, Mr. Huynh Thuy Le. We continue downstream for Cai Be, zigzagging in our sampan past lone fishermen on their long tail boats. Later, our skiffs moor at a wooden pier. Here in Cai Be, walk or bike ride among high-roofed open courtyard houses, some dating back more than 100 years, and currently inhabited by gracious locals who will invite us to glimpse their property.

MEKONG RIVER – MY THO – HO CHI MINH – VIETNAM

Disembarkation. En route to Ho Chi Minh, we stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the largest Mahayana Buddhist temple in the region. You will notice the mixed architectural style and see three large buddha statues plus an impressive collection of bonsai trees.

Note: All itineraries are subject to change, due to weather and other conditions.

3-NIGHT ITINERARY

Price per person in double occupancy

• 20 Design Suites (30 sqm/322sq. ft) with king or twin bed, featuring river facing panoramic windows.
• Design Suites without balconies all have river facing panoramic windows and an interior daybed.
• Design Suites with balconies all have river facing panoramic windows and an exterior daybed.
• Interconnecting suites and family suites available

RATES POLICY

• Child under 12 years old will receive a 20% discount
• Third person sleeping on sofa bed will  receive a 20% discount
• Third person under 12 years old sleeping on sofa bed pays US $500 per night
• Single Supplement – 25% in addition to the adult rate

INCLUSIONS

• All meals while onboard
• Beverages: Selected  premium wines and  beer, non-alcoholic drinks.
• All excursions and bike use
• Group transfers in Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City
• Internet with intermittent connection
• Laundry

Exclusions:  All air tickets, private transfers, visas, spa services, boutique purchases, guide and crew gratuities

NOTES

• 5 year age minimum

FIT RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS:

• For reservations made 101 days or more before departure,: A deposit of US$450.00 per person is required to confirm the booking. The final balance is required 100 days prior to departure. If the payment is not received on time, the space will be automatically released.
• For reservations made 100 days or less prior to departure: A full non-refundable payment is required to confirm the booking.

FIT CANCELLATION POLICY *

• Cancellations made 131 days or more before departure: The deposit will be refunded, less a US$ 250.00 service charge per person.
• Cancellations made 130 to 101 days prior to departure: All deposits are non refundable.
• Cancellations made 100 days or less prior to departure: Full payment will be applied as the cancellation penalty.

DEPARTURE DATE CHANGE POLICY: Aqua Expeditions permits guests to change the departure date of their cruise within 181 days prior to their original date without penalty. Date changes made between 180 and 121 days prior departure, please note a fee of US$ 450.00 per person applies. No date changes are permitted within 120 days from departure

(*) In the event of cancellations, wire fees and credit card commissions will be deducted when calculating refunds